Five high-ranking officials in South Africa have been suspended as the government investigates security breaches during a society wedding.
The justice minister said three police officers had also been arrested.
A wealthy Indian family was allowed to land a private jet at a military base near the capital, Pretoria.
The Gupta family, which flew in guests reportedly including Bollywood film stars and Indian government officials, has denied any wrongdoing.
The Gupta brothers – Atul, Ajay and Rajesh – are said have wielded enormous influence in South Africa since white minority rule ended in 1994.
Their business interests cover mining, aviation, technology and the media.
On Thursday, it was also announced that the Indian embassy would be investigated to see if it abused diplomatic privileges in connection with the wedding.
Correspondents say the scandal has caused outrage in South Africa, and opposition MPs and trade union Cosatu have called for a full parliamentary inquiry.
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